All Obituaries

James A. Hoffman age 76, of Massillon, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Tuesday, November 26, 2019.  He was born on May 16, 1943 in Massillon, Ohio to the late Frank and Elsie Shuniak. Jim retired from B & W in Barberton after 25 years of service. Jim married the love of his life at 21 years old on September 18, 1965. This year was their 54th wedding anniversary. There wasn’t much in this world that Jim loved more than fishing. You could often find him fishing...

Jeffrey Lee Herman, 59 of Manchester, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2019. Born on October 8, 1960 in Manchester to the late Gary and Neta (Cox) Herman, he was a life resident of the Manchester area and graduated from Manchester High School. Jeff was a longtime employee at Metro RTA where he was currently a supervisor. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, camping and was an avid Browns fan. Jeff is survived by his son, Cody; former wife, Michelle; aunts Doris Sheffler, Hilda...

Phillip W. Conrad, 62 of Clinton passed away unexpectedly, Monday, November 25, 2019. Born in Lynchburg, VA to the late William and Alpha Marie (Stanley) Conrad he lived most of his life in the Clinton area. He was a former EMT/Firefighter with the Clinton Fire Dept. and currently worked for Gen-Tek. He was an avid motorcyclist, animal lover, member of the American Legion Riders Garfield Post and the Sons of the American Legion. Phillip was an amazing brother, uncle and friend. In addition...

Sabrina L. Young, 42 of New Franklin died unexpectedly Tuesday, November 26, 2019.  Sabrina was born June 16, 1977 in Akron, was a life resident of the Barberton/Akron area and was employed by Brookdale in Barberton.  She was preceded in death by her father, Frederick Thorton; grandparents, Esther (Anderson) and Edison Turner,  Mildred and Jimmy Lee. Sabrina is survived by her husband, Nate Young; children, Shian (Randy) Turner and Mia (Logan) Vincent; the joy of her life her...

William “Bill” Fricke, 84, longtime resident of Canal Fulton passed away on December 3. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel “Eff”, and son-in-law, Jesse Roeck. A Sheet Metal worker by trade, Bill was happiest in the outdoors on a mower as a Groundskeeper at local golf courses. Bill is survived by his three children: Sharon Roeck, David (Bernadine) Fricke, and Keri Fricke; five grandchildren and one great granddaughter. Bill and Eff gifted their children with a...

Richard W. Teeple, 73 of Canal Fulton, passed away Friday, November 29, 2019. Born on July 25, 1946 in Canton, he was an area resident all of his life retiring from Westfield Companies after 27 years of service. Richard was a member of the Open Bible Christian Center where he was the leader of the Joy group. He loved working with computers, photography and card and game nights with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sarah Kratt and her husband, Bill Kratt and sister,...

Martha J. Bloomfield An Angel got her wings on  November 23, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Preceded in death by her father, Clenny; mother, Inez, son, Randy; son-in-law Jimmy; two brothers and five sisters. She is survived by her loving husband of 49 years, Virgil Bloomfield; sister, Lorraine Stoops; children, Patty Holcomb, Kim (Gary) Emerling, Harvey (Sherry) Bloomfield and Denise (Tony) Lewis; eight grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Per her...

Pamela J Carnahan, 75, of Canal Fulton, passed away early on November 15, 2019 at Akron General Medical Center, after a short illness. Born April 9, 1944 to the late James and Charlotte Stalnaker.  She is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Carol Frick. Pam leaves behind her loving husband of 14 years, Bob Carnahan. Also surviving are her sisters Becky Gaston (David), Cyndi Ryan and brother Rod Stalnaker (Dianne). Pam had several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and...

Charles E. Withrow, 89 of New Franklin, passed away Monday, November 11, 2019 at Summa Akron City Hospital. He was born September 30, 1930 in Charleston, WV to the late William Cecil and Letha (Skaggs) Withrow. Charles is survived by his loving wife, Lenora (McClung) Withrow; children, Carolyn Gregg, Michael Withrow and John Withrow; grandchildren, Jeffrey, Mike, Connor, Abby, Rachael and Nathen.  A Graveside Service will be held SUNDAY, November 17, 2019, 2:00pm at Steele Cemetery,...

Therese Ellen (Murphy) Stengel passed away peacefully on 11/17/19 after suffering a stroke while in the hospital for surgery. Terry leaves behind her husband Jim; son, Michael; daughter, Amanda (Chuck) Kotsilidis; grandsons, Johnathon and Maxwell; brothers, Ed (Susie) Murphy, John (Donna) Murphy and Joe (Amy) Murphy; sister, Eileen Baker and sister-in-law Cindy Murphy.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Edmund and Regina (Barry) Murphy; her brothers, Jim, Steve and Brian and...